Read each sentence. Choose the word in the second sentence which gives the same meaning in simpler language.

1. Roadworks will commence on 1 June.
Roadworks will ____________ ____ on 1 June.
A) begin
B) end

2. (on a form) Contact details for next of kin.
Write the name and address of your ____________ ____ relative.
A) neighbour
B) nearest

3. With the compliments of Jane Bramwell.
With best ____________ ____ from Jane Bramwell.
A) best wishes
B) love

4. Call me at your earliest convenience.
Call me early ____________ ____.
A) in the morning
B) as soon as you can

5. In the event of fire, lifts should not be used.
____________ ____, don’t use the lifts.
A) If there is a fire
B) At the start of a fire

6. Passengers should await instruction from the captain before proceeding to the car deck.
Passengers should not ____________ ____ the car deck until the captain tells them to.
A) go to
B) leave

7. I am writing with regard to the editorial in today’s paper.
I am writing ____________ ____ the editorial in today’s paper.
A) for
B) about

8. I am writing in respect of your letter of 6th June.
I am writing ____________ ____ your letter of 6th June.
A) in connection with
B) in favour of